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While it may be a surprise to some, studies have proven that small dogs are more aggressive than larger ones (in most cases). Understanding this fact may help you stay safe and avoid an attack or bite. Believe it or not, even small dogs can cause injuries and harm,...
Estate planning is a deeply personal process in which someone must think about their life and their loved ones to make decisions about who will inherit from their estate when they die. Such personal decisions should be a reflection of someone's values and closest...
The economy is bouncing up and down and inflation is causing prices on just about everything to skyrocket. Small business owners need to do everything they can to avoid extra costs if they want to survive – and that may include finding ways to avoid overtime. It’s...
Being involved in a car accident, even a minor one, can be a scary and overwhelming experience. While the immediate impact of a car accident can be significant, there are long-term factors you may not be aware of. It’s these long-term issues that may cost you more in...
The road is full of distracted drivers. Each year they cause thousands of crashes, many resulting in injury or death for the drivers themself, their passengers or other road users. If you can spot them, it gives you a chance to keep away from them and avoid them...
Contractors know how important it is to have a good construction contract. This document lays out the project's terms and conditions and helps protect both the homeowner and the contractor. What should you include in your agreements? The key components of a contract...
If you are hurt in an accident caused by someone else’s actions – whether it was an auto wreck, a slip-and-fall or a bicycle accident – you may be eligible for compensation for your injuries and other damages. However, there are times when your personal injury claim...
Both hourly workers and non-exempt salaried employees that earn lower wages should receive overtime pay if they have to put in more than 40 hours of labor in a particular work week. Your right to overtime pay has protection at both the federal and state level. While...
As a contractor or construction professional, you might provide free quotes to people who never call you back and begin work before receiving full payment. When you do get projects, you will have major expenses you need to cover, like permits and material costs,...
Sometimes it pays to be persistent. That is exactly what happened in a recent construction dispute case Attorney Scott S. Sinrich won for a local construction company. In 2004, a home-owning couple filed litigation for unfair trade practices and breach of contract...
